Nike’s .SWOOSH label, created to merge the worlds of footwear and video games, has another edition of the Air Max 1 on the way. The “Big Head Mode” style pays homage to the GoldenEye game’s secret feature.
Nike’s .SWOOSH label kicked off about a year ago, starting with the release of the “404 Error” Air Force 1. In Fall 2024, they introduced a new take on the Air Max 1, dubbed Poly, which simplified the shoe’s design to appear like a retro low-polygon video game. The sublabel has added more styles to their catalog in more recent months, and have turned to retro video games as the main source of inspiration for each new release.
This week, the “Big Head Origins” AM1 is finally releasing, and already we have an early look at a new colorway which acts as a follow up to the current drop. The new pair is inspired by GoldenEye 007’s Big Head Mode cheat code, which gave characters large heads and longer arms, and was formally known as the Donkey Kong Mode. The pair features a white and black color scheme with metallic gold accents for the tongues, laces, and mini Swooshes, along with some details inspired by the HUD in the classic game.
NIKE .SWOOSH AIR MAX 1 “BIG HEAD MODE” RELEASE INFORMATION
The next release of the Air Max 1 from Nike’s .SWOOSH label has not been announced for release yet, and is currently only available in Fortnite. The “Big Head Mode” pair in black, white, and gold is a nod to the classic 007 Goldeneye game, and will be available exclusively through Nike channels for $160.
Nike Air Max 1 “Big Head Mode”
Color: Dark Smoke Grey/White-Metallic Gold
Style Code: IB9898-001
Release Date: April 7, 2025
Price: $160
UPDATE 4/2/25: Nike is officially set to drop the Air Max 1 “Big Head Mode” as an exclusive pre-order for .SWOOSH members. Registration will open on April 7th at 10 AM ET and will remain available until supplies run out.
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